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7 Airbnbs Below RM300 In Johor Bahru For Your Next Concert In Singapore

Coldplay and Taylor Swift be burning a hole in your wallet, but your accommodation doesn't have to.

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Disclaimer: Prices are accurate at time of writing. However, they may differ depending on the date and number of guests.

Going to watch Coldplay and Taylor Swift perform in Singapore?

To help prepare your budget for the much-anticipated concerts, consider accommodation at the nearest point to Singapore — Johor Bahru!

Here are seven budget-friendly Airbnbs bordering Singapore that Malaysians going to the concerts can consider staying at:

1. Studio Suite @ R&F Princess Cove

Image via Wei Jian

Located right above R&F Mall and just eight minutes sheltered walking distance from the Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration and Quarantine complex (CIQ), this studio apartment comes with two queen-sized beds that can accommodate up to four adults with an air-conditioned living space, WiFi, and a kitchen equipped with utensils for light cooking. 

A washing machine is also available, which is great for washing your clothes right after the concert, and basic toiletries such as body wash and shampoo will be provided.

Location: 
R&F Princess Cove, Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Johor Bahru

Type: 
Studio Suite

Rate: 
Starts from RM188 per night

You can book here.

2. RF BlissHome

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This homey two-bedroom and one-bath unit accommodates up to four adults. 

Also an eight-minute sheltered walk to the Johor Bahru CIQ, the unit is equipped with fast WiFi of 104 Mbps for a speedy upload of your concert videos to social media, and a Smart TV with Netflix for your entertainment. 

The unit also comes with a kitchen, a washing machine, and is fully air-conditioned.

Location:
Jalan Sultan Ibrahim, Johor Bahru

Type:
Service Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM180 per night

You can book here.


3. The Contemporary Escape

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The perfect unit for a staycation with your besties! This two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit accommodates up to five adults. 

It offers a range of exciting entertainment, such as a cinematic 100-inch projector screen to stream Netflix and Disney+, a Nintendo Switch for gaming sessions, and an in-house KTV system so you can belt out your favourite Coldplay and Taylor Swift tunes, all while surrounded by stylish furnishings and other modern amenities. 

Of course, it's located just walking distance from Johor Bahru CIQ. 

Location:
Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Johor Bahru

Type:
Service Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM203 per night

You can book here. 


4. Twin Tower Residence

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This modern but cosy brand-new unit houses up to two adults and is surrounded by conveniences such as shopping spots and restaurants.

Fully equipped with air-conditioning and a kitchen for light cooking, it's one of the nearest condos to Johor Bahru CIQ, a walking distance of only six minutes!

For a quick trip to Singapore, simply hop on a bus from CIQ and you can arrive in Singapore in less than 30 minutes during non-peak hours.

Location:
Jalan Tengku Azizah, Bukit Chagar, Johor Bahru

Type:
Studio Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM185 per night

You can book here.

5. D'Havona Suite

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Clean, simple, and cosy, two adults would snuggle up nicely in this one-bedroom one-bathroom unit. Equipped with air-conditioning, WiFi, a Smart TV with Netflix, and a basic kitchen for light cooking, this studio is conveniently situated right above R&F mall for easy access to various amenities and is only less than 10 minutes walking distance to Johor Bahru CIQ.

The perfect accommodation for a quick stay.

Location:
R&F Princess Cove, Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Johor Bahru

Type:
Studio Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM165 per night

You can book here.

6. D'Berlin Suites

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This brand-new, fully furnished, and well-designed studio comfortably fits up to three adults.

Equipped with a Smart TV and fast WiFi for a smooth post-concert video uploading experience (and also to watch videos from other concertgoers!), this accommodation will be sure to keep you entertained during your short stay.

Basic kitchen utensils and toiletries such as shampoo and towels will be provided too.

Location:
R&F Princess Cove, Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Johor Bahru

Type:
Studio Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM196 per night

You can book here. 

7. Blisshome Studio

Image via RF BlissHome

The stylish and calming colours of this space will be sure to have you well-rested pre- and post-concert.

This minimalistic and clean unit will comfortably house up to two adults, and it has WiFi, a kitchen equipped with basic utensils for light cooking, and a washing machine.

As this is also one of the units situated at R&F Princess Cove, it takes only eight minutes to walk to Johor Bahru CIQ.  

Location:
R&F Princess Cove, jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Johor Bahru

Type:
Studio Apartment

Rate:
Starts from RM208 per night

You can book here.

Worried about travelling back to JB after the concert? Fret not! Check out this 24/7 bus service by Causeway Link here:

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